Self-Care

Self-Care
During Covid-19

Self-Care can often be difficult - and then you add a global pandemic on top of it and it's even more difficult! This video has great tips about how to practice self-care during the age of Covid-19.

Self-Compassion

We are our own worst critic. It's much easier to give compassion to others than it is to ourselves, but it's never been more important to extend that kindness to ourselves.

How to be a Friend to Yourself

Along the lines of self-compassion, it is critical to be kind to yourself. Watch how to be a friend to yourself as you practice self-care.

How Much Sleep Do You Actually Need?

The answer? More than you think. Make sure you are getting the rest you need to stay healthy!

So, what is self-care?

Self-care is not selfish: It's about making sure you're equipped to handle life effectively. When we neglect our needs, we're doing a disservice not just to ourselves, but also to those around us.
Self-care does not require a lot of time: Self-care can take as little as 1 minute. You really don’t need more time for self-care. You just need to swap something out for it. For example, swapping a negative self-thought for a compassionate self-thought.
Self-care is not only about pampering: Sometimes self-care is doing things that feel awful in the moment but are good for you in the long run. Like cleaning your bathroom or having a difficult conversation. These types of things can benefit you in the future, even if they don’t feel great in the present.
Self-care does not have to be expensive: Most self-care activities are free, like taking a walk, drawing a boundary, laughing with a friend, and many more.
Self-care is not a luxury: It's a necessity for maintaining physical, emotional, and mental health.

These myths distract from the true meaning of self-care, which is the act of caring for yourself in whatever way you need. Self-care is an act of self-love. It is unique to you, serves your needs at that moment, and can change daily. It might feel unnatural initially, but by investing in yourself, you set your future interactions, goals, and needs up for success. Need some inspiration?

70 Self-care activities

Listen to music
Take a shower
Talk to a friend
Watch a movie
Read a book
Go for a walk
Ride your bike
Play with your pet
Stretch your muscles
Do yoga
Meditate or pray
Take a nap
Spend time with a friend
Go for a jog
Write in a journal
Go for a swim
Try a new activity
Play board games
Play card games
Play a video game
Cook a new recipe
Go outside and watch the birds and other animals
Make a list of things you like about you
Go to the library
Write a poem/short story
Learn a new language
Sing your favorite songs
Write a song
Learn to play an instrument
Make a funny video
Spend time with people who make you laugh
Draw or paint a picture
Make a list of your accomplishments
Make a bucket list
Write a letter to your future self
Make a list of things you’re good at
Work outside in nature
Make a scrapbook
Trim your nails
Eat your favorite food
Take photos of nature
Make a playlist of your favorite songs
Do a puzzle
Play with a sibling
Watch funny cat videos
Read a comic
Intentionally unplug from your devices
Go outside and watch the clouds
Turn up the music and dance
Practice deep breathing exercises
Walk barefoot in grass
Read an inspirational book
Do an arts and craft activity
Have a good laugh
Practice progressive muscle relaxation
Volunteer in your community
Unplug and spend time in nature
Go stargazing
Look at family photo albums
Read inspiring quotes
Listen to running water
Snuggle under a cozy blanket
Write a love letter to yourself
Give yourself a self-massage
Daydream
Clean your room
Be your authentic self
Organize something that needs organizing
Draw a boundary
Offer yourself compassion

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